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Ministry of Finance
Launch of new e-filing Portal of the Income Tax Department - Non-availability of e-filing services from 01.06.2021 to 06.06.2021
The Income Tax Department is going to launch its new e-filing portal www.incometax.gov.in on 7thJune, 2021. The new e-filing portal  is aimed at providing taxpayer convenience and a modern, seamless experience to taxpayers:
- New taxpayer friendly portal integrated with immediate processing of Income Tax Returns to issue quick refunds to taxpayers;
- All interactions and uploads or pending actions will be displayed on a single dashboard for follow-up action by taxpayer;
- Free of cost ITR preparation software available online and offline with interactive questions to help taxpayers fill ITR even without any tax knowledge, with pre-filling, for minimizing data entry effort;
- New call center for taxpayer assistance for immediate answers to taxpayer queries with FAQs, Tutorials, Videos and chatbot/live agent;
- All key portal functions on desktop will be available on Mobile App which will be enabled subsequently for full anytime access on mobile network;
- New online tax payment system on new portal will be enabled subsequently with multiple new payment options using netbanking, UPI, CreditCard and RTGS/NEFT from any account of taxpayer in any bank, for easy payment of taxes.
In preparation for this launch and for migration activities, the existing portal of the Department at www.incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in would not be available to taxpayers as well as other external stakeholders for a brief period of 6 days i.e. from1stJune, 2021 to 6th June, 2021.
In order to avoid any inconvenience to taxpayers, the Department will not fix any compliance dates during this period. Further, directions have been issued to fix hearing of cases or compliances only from 10thJune,2021 onwards, to give taxpayers time to respond on the new system. If, any hearing or compliance which requires submissions online has been scheduled during this period, the same will be preponed or adjourned and the work items would be rescheduled after this period.
The Department has also intimated external entities including Banks, MCA, GSTN, DPIIT, CBIC, GeM, DGFT who avail services of PAN verification etc. about the non-availability of the services and to request them to make arrangements to ensure that their customers/stakeholders are apprised, so that any relevant activity can be completed prior to or after the blackout period.
Taxpayers are encouraged to complete all their urgent tasks involving any submission, upload or downloads before 1stJune, 2021to avoid any difficulty during the blackout period.
The Department requests the patience of all taxpayers and other stakeholders during the switchover to the new e-filing portal and the subsequent initial period while they get familiarized with the new system. This is another initiative by CBDT towards providing ease of compliance to its taxpayers and other stakeholders.
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Vice President's Secretariat
Vice President Greets People on the eve of Vaisakhi, Vishu, Puthandu, Masadi, Vaishkhadi and Bahag Bihu
The Vice President of India, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu has greeted the people on the auspicious occasion of Vaisakhi, Vishu, Puthandu, Masadi, Vaishkhadi and Bahag Bihu. In a message, he said that these festivals reflect the rich agrarian traditions and composite culture of our country.
Following is the text of Vice President's message:
"I convey my warm greetings and good wishes to the people of our country on the joyous occasion of ‘Vaisakhi, Vishu, Puthandu, Masadi, Vaishkhadi and Bahag Bihu’.
Celebrated with traditional fervor and enthusiasm throughout the country these festivals reflect the rich agrarian traditions and composite culture of our country.
May these festivals bring peace, harmony, prosperity and happiness in our country."
Cabinet
Cabinet approves Agreement between India and Tajikistan on Cooperation and Mutual Assistance in Customs Matters
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for signing and ratifying, an Agreement between India and Tajikistan on Cooperation and Mutual Assistance in Customs Matters.
The Agreement will help in the availability of relevant information for the prevention and investigation of Customs offences. The Agreement is also expected to facilitate trade and ensure efficient clearance of goods traded between the countries.
Background:
The Agreement would provide a legal framework for sharing of information and intelligence between the Customs authorities of the two countries and help in the proper application of Customs laws, prevention and investigation of Customs offences and the facilitation of legitimate trade. The Agreement takes care of Indian Customs' concerns and requirements, particularly in the area of exchange of information on the correctness of the Customs value declared, origin of goods and the tariff classification of the goods traded between the two countries.
PIB Headquarters
DOT UNEARTHS ILLEGAL VIoP EXCHANGE
An illegal voice over internet protocol  exchange, has been unearthed by Cuddapah Police. In a prèss release issued here today, Shri P. Krishna Kumar, Director  Andhra Pradesh Licence Service Area  said that police have arrested Shaik Anwar Basha and recovered from SIM boxes, 345 illegal SIM cards, a Lap-top and some other electronic equipment. An FIR has been filed by DOT on Basha.
The accused has been converting VoIP calls to local calls by means of VoIP Gateway. Shri Krishna Kumar has cautioned the public to be aware of international calls with an Indian number or no number displayed on their phone. He advised the public to report to DOT call centre on Toll Free number - 1800 110 420 or 1963.
Ministry of Railways
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says, Government stays focussed on promoting indigenous technology innovation
Minister inaugurates nation's first 3D printed post office building in Bengaluru
Says, Government's commitment on sub-urban railway services in Bengaluru is "intact"
Union Minister for Railways, Communications and IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said that India is making strides in technology innovation with native flavour under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Creating necessary conducive ecosystem, the Union Government is committed to motivating our scientists and technocrats into newer innovations, he said. For the first time, telecom equipments are manufactured in India. The country has developed 4G and 5G technologies indigenously. India has proved that it can design and make world class trains like Vande Bharat, the Minister added.
Addressing the gathering after virtually inaugurating the nation's first 3D printed post office building in Bengaluru today, the Minister said that the 3D printing is a demonstrator technology now being adopted in many sectors including start-ups. It is cost-effective, environment-friendly and symbolises the concept of "Athma Nirbhar Bharat", he added.
The new post office building at the Cambridge Layout in the city was constructed using technical know-how from IIT Madras and L&T. A short video on the novel venture was streamed on the occasion.
This was followed by the Minister releasing a special cover on the 3D printed post office building and unveiling a replica of it.
Later, interacting with media persons, the minister said, "the Union Government's commitment to commence sub-urban train service in Bengaluru is intact". He informed that 4000 kms of railway track were upgraded for the fast trains to run on. Track capacity will be further scaled up in the next four to five years to also enable more Vande Bharat trains to ply.
Referring to the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 , the minister opined that this was a "Horizontal Act" covering all segments of the society and enacted after wide range of consultations with experts and various stakeholders.
Shri P.C. Mohan and Shri Sadananda Gowda, Members of Parliament were among those present.
Prof. Manu Santhanam, Professor in Civil Engineering & Dean, IIT Madras shared the technical details of construction of the 3D printed post office.
Earlier, in his introductory note, Shri Rajendra Kumar, Chief Post Master General, outlined the objectives of the technology-enabled 3D printed post office.
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates shooter Singhraj Adhana for winning Silver Medal at Paralympics Games
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated shooter Singhraj Adhana for winning Silver Medal at the Paralympics Games in Tokyo.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"The outstanding Singhraj Adhana does it again! He wins yet another medal, this time in the Mixed 50m Pistol SH1 event. India rejoices due to his feat. Congrats to him. Wishing him the very best for the future endeavours. #Paralympics #Praise4Para."
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister’s meeting with Prof. Robert Thurman, American Buddhist scholar and academic
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met Prof. Robert Thurman, American Buddhist scholar, author, and Padma Shri awardee, today, in New York, USA.
Prime Minister and Prof Thurman exchanged perspectives on how Buddhist values can act as guiding light for finding solutions to global challenges. They also discussed India’s Buddhist connect and efforts being made by India for preservation of Buddhist heritage.
Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
Aim to give LPG connection to every poor household: Union Petroleum Minister
The Union Minister for Petroleum & Natural Gas and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan has stated that Government will soon make a decision which will ensure that not a single poor family will remain where Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana has not reached. The Minister was speaking at a programme in Mumbai, where the success of the scheme was highlighted; many beneficiaries of the flagship scheme of the Government were also present on the occasion.
Stating that the Prime Minister had expressed the Government’s commitment to the welfare of the poor, women and marginalized, the Minister said that schemes such as Swachh Bharat, Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana and Ujjwala lend credence to this declaration. He said that according to the World Health Organization, around 15 lakh women die every year due to home emissions, 5 lakh out of which are in India alone. The residential heating and cooking with fuels also causes many diseases amongst women, who often do not realize the real cause of these diseases.
The launch of Ujjwala and provision of LPG connection is changing this and has led to various social and economic benefits to the poor, said the Minister. It has led to savings in time spent collecting wood, resulting thereby in improved opportunities to earn income and spend time with the family. It has a positive outcome on health, children’s education and employment. He said that the LPG connection is cost-effective, environment-friendly, health-enhancing and time-saving.
The number of total LPG connections given has become 25 crore, from 13 crore in 2014, said the Minister. Out of these, 6 crore connections have been given under Ujjwala scheme. He added that the scheme was launched with an initial target of 5 crore connections, which was later raised to 8 crore by the year 2020. The target of 6 crore has already been achieved, Shri Pradhan informed.
A report based on survey of Ujjwala scheme was submitted to Shri Pradhan on this occasion.
The Minister said that Ujjwala was launched, based on the realization that the initial purchase cost of the connection is high and not affordable for the poor. He added that the subsidy for purchase of LPG cylinder is credited to the bank account of the beneficiary in not more than four days.
Ministry of Civil Aviation
Central Government is providing an incentive of Rs 120 crore under PLI scheme
Provisional list of 23 PLI beneficiaries has been released including 12 drone manufacturers and 11 drone component manufacturers
The Production-Linked Incentive  Scheme for drones and drone components was notified on 30th September 2021. A provisional list of 23 PLI beneficiaries was released on 6th July 2022. The beneficiaries include 12 drone manufacturers and 11 drone component manufacturers. The list of shortlisted drones and drone component manufacturers is in Annexure.
The eligibility criteria which have been set for drones and drone component manufacturers are as follows:
 Eligibility norm for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises  and startups is specified as Rs. 2 crore of annual sales revenue for drone manufacturers and Rs. 50 lakhs of annual sales revenue for drone component manufacturers.
 Eligibility norm for Non-MSME is specified as Rs. 4 crore of annual sales revenue for drone manufacturers and Rs. 1 crore of annual sales revenue for drone component manufacturers.
 Minimum value addition is specified as 40% of net sales
The Government is providing a total incentive of Rs 120 crore spread over three financial years starting 2021-22. The incentive for 2021-22 will be payable in 2022-23 after scrutiny of the financial results of the beneficiaries.
This information was given by the Minister of State in the Ministry of Civil Aviation  V. K. Singh  in a written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha today.
Annexure in reply to Rajya Sabha Unstarred Question no. 814 for 25 July 2022
The list of shortlisted drone manufacturers is as follows:
- Aarav Unmanned Systems, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Asteria Aerospace, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Dhaksha Unmanned Systems, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- EndureAir Systems, Noida, Uttar Pradesh
- Garuda Aerospace, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Ideaforge Technology, Mumbai, Maharashtra
- IoTechWorld Avigation, Gurugram, Haryana
- Omnipresent Robot Technologies, Gurugram, Haryana
- Raphe Mphibr, Noida, Uttar Pradesh
- Roter Precision Instruments, Roorkee, Uttarakhand
- Sagar Defence Engineering,Pune, Maharashtra
- Throttle Aerospace Systems, Bengaluru, Karnataka
The list of shortlisted drone component manufacturers is as follows:
- Absolute Composites, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Adani-Elbit Advanced Systems India, Hyderabad, Telangana
- Adroitec Information Systems, New Delhi
- Alpha Design Technologies, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Dynamake Engineering, Hyderabad, Telangana
- Imaginarium Rapid,Mumbai, Maharashtra
- SASMOS HET Technologies, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Servocontrols Aerospace India, Belagavi, Karnataka
- Valdel Advanced Technologies, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- ZMotion Autonomous Systems, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Zuppa Geo Navigation Technologies, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
PIB Headquarters
Shri Bimal Kumar Jha assumes charge as Deputy Chairman, V.O. Chidambaranar Port Trust, Tuticorin
On 07.02.2020, Shri Bimal Kumar Jha has assumed the charge as Deputy Chairman of V.O. Chidambaranar Port Trust, Tuticorin, succeeding Shri N. Vaiyapuri, who retired on superannuation on 31.10.2019.
Prior to the new assignment, he served as the Secretary of Paradip Port Trust and Deendayal  Port Trust during 2012-19, and also held additional charge as Deputy Chairman of Deendayal Port Trust  from 24.7.2018 to 16.4.2019.
Mr. Bimal Kumar Jha, holds a First Class Degree in Maths  from St. Xavier’s College, Calcutta University, Calcutta. He also holds Master Degree in Business Management with specialisation in Personnel Management from Department of Business Management, University of Calcutta. He is also UGC  qualified in the field of Human Resource management, Industrial Relations and Labour Welfare. He had also participated in the training programme on ‘Port Management’ from Flanders Port Training Center  at Antwerp, Belgium.
Mr. Bimal Kumar Jha started his professional career in Port sector in the year 1994 and had served in various capacities at Cochin Port Trust from 2001 to 2012.
Having rich experience in Port & Shipping Sector for more than 25 years, he possesses practical knowledge in the Port operations and Management. His notable expertise includes Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Training & Education, Public Relations & Corporate Communications, Labour Welfare, Legal & Financial Affairs, according to the Press Release issued by V. O. Chidambaranar Port Trust.
Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs 
Cabinet approves continuation and revision of “Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students for studying in India”
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for continuation and revision of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme of “Post Matric Scholarship for Other Backward Classes Students for studying in India”  for the years 2017-18, 2018-19 and 2019-20.
Details:
The revision in the PMS-OBC scheme to ensure effective implementation and better monitoring of the schemes includes:
- Annual parental income will be increased from Rs. One Lakh to Rs. 1.5 lakh.
- 30% of the funds allocated earmarked for girl students and 5% for students with disabilities.
- Disbursement of scholarships through Aadhaar seeded bank accounts.
- Since the Scheme is funds-limited, central assistance shall be released according to the Notional Allocation. The concept of Committed Liability shall not apply to States/UTs for releases.
The estimated cost of the Scheme will be Rs.3,085 crore.
Impact:
The revised Scheme:
- Will cover larger numbers of eligible and deserving poor OBC students who will be able to pursue higher studies and
- Will ensure effective implementation, achieve de-duplication and enhanced monitoring.
Background:
“Post Matric Scholarship for Other Backward Classes Students for studying in India”  a flagship scheme of the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment has been in operation since 1998-99. It enables approximately 40 lakh OBC students to pursue higher study after class X per year.
Competition Commission of India
CCI approves acquisition by  Katsura Investments in Varmora Granito Private Limited and certain other entities; and  Varmora Granito Private Limited in some of its Group Companies and other entities
The Competition Commission of India  approves acquisition by  Katsura Investments in Varmora Granito Private Limited and certain other entities; and  Varmora Granito Private Limited in some of its Group Companies and other entities.
The CCI approved the proposed combination pertaining to:  the Katsura Investments’s  acquisition of up to 40% equity shareholding in the Varmora Granito Private Limited  on a fully diluted basis along with acquisition of certain rights in the Target and certain other Target Entities; and  the Target’s acquisition of ownership interest in Renite and Simola and additional shareholding in some of its group companies 
The Acquirer is a newly incorporated, special purpose vehicle, incorporated under the laws of Republic of Mauritius and does not have any business activities in India. It is solely controlled by CAPG-II, an investment fund that is advised by the affiliates of the Acquirer Group.
The Acquirer Group is a global alternative asset manager, which manages funds that invest globally across three investment disciplines:  global private equity ;  global credit ; and  investment solutions .
The Target, Tocco Ceramic, Solaris Ceramics, Conffi Sanitaryware, Covertek Ceramica, Varmora Ceramics and Nextile are part of the Target group and are primarily engaged in manufacturing of building materials; particularly slabs, floor tiles, wall tiles, sanitary ware, faucets, kitchen sinks, and tiles adhesives & allied, etc. Renite is engaged in the business of manufacturing vitrified tiles in India. Simola is engaged in the business of manufacturing vitrified tiles in India.
Detailed order of the CCI will follow.
Ministry of Railways
RPF undertakes month long Pan India Drive under ‘Operation Yatri Suraksha’ to enhance security of passengers
365 suspects nabbed and stolen property of passengers worth over Rs. 1 Crore recovered during the drive in July, 2022
Railway Protection Force  is an Armed Force of the Union under Ministry of Railways entrusted with the responsibility of security of railway property, passenger area and passengers. With the aim of improving the security of passengers travelling by Indian Railways, RPF has launched a Pan-India Operation under the code name “Operation Yatri Suraksha”. As part of this initiative, several steps are being taken to provide foolproof security to passengers i.e. Train Escorting, visible presence on stations, Surveillance through CCTV, Surveillance on active criminals, collection of intelligence about the criminals and action thereupon, identifying black spots and crime prone trains/sections and enhancing security thereat among others to formulate an actionable strategy to reduce crime against passengers. Regular coordination is being made with all the stake holders and joint action is planned to improve passenger security regularly.
In order to give an impetus to Operation Yatri Suraksha, a month long pan India drive was launched against criminals targeting passengers in July 2022 by RPF. During the drive, 365 suspects were nabbed by RPF personnel and were handed over to the concerned GRPs for legal action based on which 322 cases of Passenger Crime i.e. theft of Passenger Belongings, Drugging, Robbery, Chain Snatching etc. were detected. Stolen property of passengers worth more than Rs. 1 Crore was recovered either from the possession of these criminals or in course of investigation of these offences.
RPF will continue its efforts to enhance security of passengers over Indian Railways in future too by launching drives, improving response, infusing technology and innovation in its working to enhance its response, effectiveness and reach and to realize its objective of SEWA HI SANKALP.
Ministry of Defence
PRESS RELEASE FOR CYCLING EXPEDITION AS PART OF AZADI KA AMRUT MAHOTSAV
A team of 40 air warriors from Air Force Station Tughlakabad and Air Force Station Prahladpur participated in the cycling expedition organized by Air Force Station Tughlakabad as part of “Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav” which is being celebrated by the nation to commemorate India’s 75 years of Indepedence.
Air Commodore Y Umesh, Air Officer Commanding, Air Force Station Tughlakabad was the overall leader of the team and was accompanied by Group Captain DVBK Meher, Station Commander Air Force Station Prahladpur.
The expedition was flagged off at Air Force Station Tughlakabad, New Delhi on 18 Sep 21. The team covered a distance of 90+ kms on cycle from Air Force Station Tughlakabad, New Delhi to Shahid Smarak, Meerut city on 18 Sep 21. The team stopped enroute at Meerut Institute of Technology, Meerut to spread awareness amongst the youth on career prospects available in the Indian Air Force and showcased the spirit of adventure.
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1.72 kg of gold worth Rs. 79.78 lakhs seized by Chennai Air Customs. One arrested
Based on intelligence one Mohammed Anas, 28, of Chennai who arrived from Tiruvananthapuram by Indigo flight 6E 8496 was intercepted at domestic terminal on suspicion of carrying gold. On his personal search four black bundles and a pink colour strip were found concealed in a sock which was kept in his trouser pocket. On cut opening 22 gold cut bits weighing 1.28 kg valued at Rs. 59.18 lakhs were recovered and seized under Customs Act. He was arrested. On questioning he informed that the gold was concealed below one of seat of this flight which earlier had operated from Sharjah to Tiruvananthapuram on its International leg.
In another case adopting same modus operandi one Ravuathar Naina Mohamed, 30, of Chennai who arrived from Lucknow by Indigo flight 6E 518 was intercepted at domestic terminal. On his personal search, one gold paste packet was recovered from shoe and three from rectum. On extraction, 446 grams of gold valued at Rs. 20.6 lakhs was recovered and seized under Customs Act. On questioning he informed that the gold was concealed below one of the seat of this flight which earlier had operated from Dubai to Lucknow on its International leg.
1.72 kg of gold worth Rs.79.78 lakh was recovered and seized under Customs Act by Chennai Air Customs in two cases. One arrested.
Further investigation is under progress, according to a press release issued by the Commissioner of Customs, Chennai International Airport.